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Enterprise's prospects for next season
By Akita1999

After reading the actual "TV Guide" article, I became more encouraged about Enterprise and its future prospects.

First, there must be linkage between the license fee and budget for the series. But I don't think it is clear whether it is a dollar-for-dollar relationshipe or merely an indication that the budget per episode will need to be reduced.

Second, there are other financial considerations that led to Enterprise's renewal, including syndication rights, merchandising revenues, and an attempt to satisfy and keep intact a loyal fan base.

Third, the financial cutbacks and scheduling move to Friday might be helpful for Enterprise's creativity. These changes might force the writers to place greater emphasis on the quality of the story and on drawing upon the actors' considerable talents to propel the storylines, rather than FX.

Fourth, Enterprise might surprise us on Friday nights with sufficient ratings to survive and thrive in the time slot. After all, a move to Friday may simply take the pressure off everyone involved. I have no idea what UPN considers to be a successful performance for a Friday night program. But certainly Enterprise ought to do better than the crap UPN has been running on Friday nights. Thus, if the economics are right, Enterprise may be considered a ratings success on Friday night.

Fifth, it appears to me that Paramount and UPN worked hard to keep Enterprise on the air, despites its ratings slump and expensive budget. I think that is a good sign for the future. What UPN and Paramount have done reminds me of what ABC last season with "The Practice." ABC slashed the licensing fee, David Kelly made changes to the series, and last season was one the best seasons of "The Practice" in the last few years. Moreover, the ratings for the series went up from the prior season, not down. It was a success story that led to a spinoff series premiering this fall.

Rejoice one more year of Enterprise is better than nothing.

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